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Broadcast Camera Control SystemUser Manual Version 2

Videosys Broadcast LimitedUnit 2, Forest Barn FarmTurners Hill RoadTurners Hill, West Sussex, RH10 4QHUnited Kingdom+44 (0)1293 541200 www.videosys.tv

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Declaration of conformity

The Videosys Broadcast Camera Control system is labelled with the CEmarking. The system has been assessed as conforming to the relevantparts of Directive 1999/5/EC.

A declaration of conformity is available from Videosys Broadcast uponrequest.

Attention is drawn to the warning exclamation mark after the CE mark asbelow:

This notification informs the user that the product is a class 2 radioproduct, and as such is capable of operating over a range of frequencies.The user is responsible for ensuring that they have appropriatepermission from their local spectrum authority before using thesystem.

Users in North America should be aware that the frequency band 406.0 –406.1 is reserved for Government use, and the use of this system in thisfrequency band without a permit is forbidden.

Restrictions and warningsThe Camera control system is capable of operating over a range offrequencies, the user is responsible for ensuring they have Permissionfrom their local spectrum authority before using the system, both forfrequency allocation, and power output. Videosys broadcast and theirdistributers accept no responsibility for the use of the system in anunlawful manner.

Before connecting power supplies, the user is responsible for ensuring anypower supplies connected to the system are of a correct voltage andpolarity.

If the system is used in close proximity to High power transmitters (e.g.Mobile phone base stations), Videosys recommend the use of a filter inline between the antenna and ODU. If the system is used where there is arisk of lightning strikes, appropriate Protection should be installed.Videosys can advise on the use of filters and lightening protection ifneeded.

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1. Introduction

Your new Videosys Camera Control System enables you to control up to 4cameras on a single UHF channel with the camera manufacturer’s own RCP.The system is easy to configure, and the radio frequency is programmablevia the daylight readable display, using your own licenced frequencybetween 403Mhz and 474Mhz.

The system comprises 3 core elements.

1. The Indoor Unit (IDU) - set up in the broadcast control facility.

2. The Outdoor Unit (ODU) - set up within RF range of the cameras.

3. The Camera Processor (CCAM) - mounted onto the camera.

The diagram below shows how a system is connected.

The camera RCPs are connected to the IDU which receives their control data.The IDU sends the control data to the ODU, and the ODU transmits the datavia RF to the camera processor. The camera processor then sends the datato the camera via a cable to the camera’s ‘remote’ port.

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1.2 What’s in the Box?

A standard system consists of:

1. 1 x IDU2. 1 x CCAM 3. 1 x ODU4. 2 x Tally connector (unterminated)5. 1 x RCP cable (supply depends upon system requirements)6. 1 x 30 cm camera data cable (Grass Valley pictured)7. 1 x Radio programming cable 8. 2 x Radio antenna9. 1 x 12vDC power supply

We can also supply these optional accessories:- 19” 1RU Rack mounting kit- RCP control data cable (manufacturer specific).

* Please also note that users will need to provide a 3 pin XLR cable of thedesired length to connect the RS485 data out of the IDU to the data in of theODU and a suitable 12VDC supply, in compliance with local power regulationlegislation to power the ODU.

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2. Controls and Connections

2.1 The Indoor Unit (IDU)

The indoor unit receives data from the camera RCPs and sends this data viaa 3pin XLR cable to the ODU. The LCD screen and navigation buttons areused to control and interrogate both the IDU and the ODU, so the unitshould be installed so that the front panel is easily accessible.

Front Panel

1. LCD Display2. Cancel button3. NAV button - up/down/left/right/ENTER

Rear Panel

1. 12v DC in 2. RCP connection ports (1-4)3. Green Tally4. Red Tally5. USB Port6. Data Out

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The camera control panel (not supplied) should be connected using thesuitable data cable (not supplied) to one of the 4 ports on the rear panel,labelled RCP 1 - 4. The port number relates to the ID that panel will havewithin the system - ie. a panel connected to port number 1 will have asystem ID of 1.

Up to 4 panels can be connected at any one time to control a maximum of 4independent cameras. In the case of the Sony control panel, the ID/Portnumber will be indicated on the panel in the Tally Display area.

Once the control panel(s) are connected, the RS485 data output should beconnected to the ODU. This can be done via standard balanced audio cableas a single pair or as part of a multi-cable audio loom. 3 pin XLR connectorsare used, utilising the standard pin configuration. The Data should becapable of correct operation over a distance of 1km, depending on thequality of the cable used.

2.2 Status Display

When the unit powers up, the Videosys logo should be seen on the LCDscreen, followed by the home status. The home status display shows thestatus of each RCP connection. It is reported simply as either ‘Connected’ or‘Disconnected’, as shown above. Notification of a Tally to that port isindicated by ‘R’ for RED Tally and ‘G’ for GREEN tally.

2.3 Main Menu

Pressing the NAV button once brings up the Main Menu.

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2.3.1 Camera Manufacturer Status

The first available option enables you to set the camera manufacturer. Bytipping the NAV button up and down you can choose from: Sony; Panasonic;Grass Valley; Ikegami; and Hitachi, if the relevant licences have beenpurchased.

Once the desired manufacturer has been found, press the NAV button onceto select. The display will revert back to the Manufacturer Status.

NOTE: Once the selection has been made, the unit must be power cycled sothe relevant control software can be initialised by the internal processor.

2.3.2 Radio Status

The frequency and the power output of the ODU can be remotely controlledfrom the IDU. When the NAV button is pressed once a warning will bedisplayed. This is because the transmission of camera control data will beinterrupted while the ODU is interrogated and no cameras can be controlled.This process is usually done during installation and should not normally benecessary during a program transmission.

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Main Menu

Camera Manufacturer

Radio settings MenuDisables camera ctrl

Enter to continue

Camera Manufacturer

Sony

Main Menu

Radio

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Feedback from the ODU of the Frequency and Power level will be displayedand on the bottom line of the display the desired edit function can beselected between, frequency and power level.

2.2.3 Frequency Selection

If Frequency is selected and the NAV button is pushed once, the display willenter frequency edit mode. Using the NAV button, left, right, up and downthe frequency can be entered one digit at a time then the NAV buttonpushed once to select. If a frequency outside of the range of the radio isselected, there will be an ERROR report and the ODU will revert to theprevious frequency.

2.2.4 Power Output Level

If Power Level is selected and the NAV button is pushed once, the displaywill enter power edit mode. Using the NAV button, left, right, up and downthe power output level can be chosen. When the NAV button is pressedonce, the selected power level will be programmed for power between 100milliwatts (mW) and 1 watt.

When either the frequency or the power level is set, on completion of theODU programming the display will revert to the Radio Status Page. Cameracontrol will not be restored until you have exited the Radio Status page. Inthe event the user does not exit the display, the unit will revert to the RadioStatus Page after a 10 second time-out and camera control will beautomatically restored.

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Radio Frequency:

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Radio FunctionsFrequency = 462.78625MHzPower Output = 100mWChange Frequency

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2.2.5 System

The system menu is used to report the current software and firmwareversions installed. The software version can be checked by selecting the‘System’ menu and pushing the NAV button once. The display will read‘Software Version’. Pushing the NAV button again the display will show thecurrent version.

The current versions should be checked periodically, as they may containextra features and bug fixes. The latest version information is available atftp://videosys.no-ip.org. If a newer, relevant version is available, it canbe downloaded as a self executing file.

2.3 Updating Software and Firmware

Software and firmware updates are easily installed using a PC with a USBport. A USB driver is also necessary to complete the process. It is suppliedas part of Windows 7. For Windows XP users, it can be downloaded fromftp://videosys.no-ip.org. Both 32 and 64 bit versions are available. TheWindows 7 version is available.

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System

System Info

Software Version

Version Info

Software: xxFirmware: xx

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To perform the update:

Connect a PC to the IDU via a USB cable. Click on the .exe file to start theinstallation. If it is the time you have connected to the IDU, Windows willreport installation of the COM port. Note the COM port number allocated, forexample, COM3.

Once the USB connection made, the file can be executed. The file will test tosee if there is a connection. You will be prompted to select the COM portnumber. Once selected, press enter. The program will self install and resetthe device on completion. After the update has completed the softwareversion should be checked and noted.

Instructions on how to download and install the updates are also available inthe folder marked ‘Guides’ on the Videosys ftp site.

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3. Outdoor Unit (ODU)

The outdoor unit (ODU) is aUHF radio modem. The unit

receives control data down a 3 pin XLR cablefrom the data output of the IDU, andtransmits this data to the camera. It should

be installed such that there is a clear line of sightover the desired working area to ensure thebest possible reception at the camera. UHFsignals can penetrate through some objects,

but operation over distance can be severelyimpeded if obstacles exist between the transmit and receivemodules.

3.1 Connections

1. 12v DC in2. Data in3. Antenna connection4. Control in (radio programming port)

Power is applied via the 4 pin XLR and indicated by a green LED. If thepower LED illuminates RED, this indicates the power is reverse polarised.The RS485 Data is applied via the 3pin XLR connector with the standardaudio pin configuration. The data LED will flash green when it receives datafrom the IDU.

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The Control connection (CNTL) is used for advanced set up of the radio. Thisis pre-set in the factory and does not normally require any set-up. Seeappendix for further information.

The antenna is connected to the TNC style connection on the top of the unit.The ODU is supplied with a 400Mhz DiPole antenna, but other antennas canbe used where required.

Care should also be taken when installing the ODU. Although it is supplied ina 'splash' proof housing, if the unit is to be used in open areas, it should becovered with appropriate weatherproofing to protect it from water and directsunlight. If it is to be installed at a high vantage point, provision should bemade for lightning conduction.

4. Camera Processor (CCAM)

The CCAM unit receives the RF signal containing the camera control datafrom the ODU, and then sends it to the camera via a cable connected to thecamera’s ‘remote’ port.

1. Camera control data output2. Data RX indicator3. Tally output4. Control - used for radio programming and advanced features

4.1 Connecting to the camera

Data The camera processor (CCAM) connects to the camera using the supplieddata cable. This cable also supplies the power to the unit. The CCAM shouldbe connected before the power is applied to the camera. This is becausesome cameras only read the data ports on power up.

Tally External red and green tally is available on this connector, 5 pin OB Lemoconnector (see appendix for pinouts). It is open collector and unregulated

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+V/ 75mA is available for an LED. A reverse protection diode in included toallow a small signal relay if larger current control is required.

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Control

External control of the radio modem is available. This is pre-set in thefactory and does not normally require any set-up. See appendix for furtherinformation.

Antenna The antenna is connected to the TNC style connection on the top of the unit.The unit is supplied with a 400Mhz DiPole antenna, but other antennas canbe used where required.

Unit Status

When power is applied the Videosys splash screen should appear and thenthe Unit Status will be displayed.

Camera

Indicates whether or not the camera data connection is good. If the statereported is disconnected, the most likely cause is the wrong cameramanufacturer is selected.

Data RX

Indicates if the data received is valid. Used in conjunction with the data RXLED on the base of the unit data communication problems can be diagnosed.The LED indicates the radio modem has received a carrier, but does notindicate the presence of valid data. If the LED is flashing, but the Data RXon the display indicates ERROR, this can mean either the camera ID is setincorrectly and there is no valid data for the ID currently selected. It couldalso mean the that RF signal is being interfered with.

Camera ID

Indicates the current unit ID. This relates to the port the user has selectedon the IDU to control that particular camera.

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Tally

Indicates when a tally signal has been received from the IDU. The tallystatus display will read as one of the following:

- Neither- Red- Green- Both

Camera Manufacturer Status

If the NAV button is pressed once the Camera manufacturer menu isdisplayed. By tipping the NAV button up and down different manufacturerscan be chosen and selected, if the relevant license has been purchased.When the desired manufacturer has been found, the NAV button is pressedonce to select. The display will revert back to the Manufacturer Statusmenu.

NOTE: Once the selection has been made, the unit must be power cycled sothe relevant control software can be initialised by the internal processor.

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Main Menu

Camera Manufacturer

Camera Manufacturer

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Radio Status

The frequency of the CCAM can be controlled from the panel. When the NAVbutton is pressed once a warning will be displayed. This is because thereception of camera control data will be interrupted while the radio modemis interrogated and no cameras can be controlled.

This process is usually done during installation and should not normally benecessary during a program transmission. The current frequency will bedisplayed and the edit function can be selected from the bottom of thedisplay if required.

When Frequency is selected and the NAV button is pushed once, the displaywill enter frequency edit mode. Using the left, right, up and down on theNAV button, the frequency can be entered one digit at a time then the NAVbutton pushed again to select.

If a frequency outside of the range of the radio is selected, there will be anERROR report and the CCAM will revert to the previous frequency. Oncompletion of the modem programming, the display will revert to the RadioStatus Page. Camera control will not be restored until the Radio Status pagehas been exited. In the event the user does not exit the display, a 10 secondtime-out will automatically restore the unit to the Unit Status display andcamera control will be restored.

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Main Menu

Radio

Radio Settings menudisables camera control

Enter to continue.

Radio FunctionsFreq = 462.78952

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System

The system menu reports the software and firmware versions currentlyinstalled on the device. If the system menu is selected and the NAV button ispushed once, the software version can be checked. The display will readSoftware Version, if the NAV button is pushed once, the display will show thecurrent version.

As with the IDU, the current versions should be checked periodically, as theymay contain extra features and bug fixes. The latest version information isavailable at ftp://videosys.no-ip.org. If a newer, relevant version isavailable, it can be downloaded as a self executing file.

Software and firmware updates are easily installed using a PC with a USBport. A USB driver is also necessary to complete the process. It is suppliedas part of Windows 7. For Windows XP users, it can be downloaded fromftp://videosys.no-ip.org. Both 32 and 64 bit versions are available. TheWindows 7 version is available.

Before performing the update: Please note that the software andfirmware version numbers must match for both the CCAM unit and the IDU.The system will not work otherwise. If you have not done already, performthe update on the IDU immediately after updating the CCAM unit.

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Software Version

Main Menu

System

Version Info

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Please also note: As the mini USB port used to update the CCAM is insidethe unit, to perform this update, the top cover must be removed. Pleasecontact your Videosys dealer before doing this so as not to invalidate yourwarranty. The location of the port is indicated below.

To perform the update:

Connect a PC to the IDU via a USB cable. Click on the .exe file to start theinstallation. If it is the first time you have connected to the CCAM, Windowswill report installation of the COM port. Note the COM port number allocated,for example, COM3.

Once the USB connection made, the file can be executed. The file will test tosee if there is a connection. You will be prompted to select the COM portnumber. Once selected, press enter. The program will self install and resetthe device on completion. After the update has completed the softwareversion should be checked and noted.

It is recommended the IDU is power cycled on completion and the correctcamera manufacturer is selected.

Instructions on how to download and install the updates are also available inthe folder marked ‘Guides’ on the Videosys ftp site.

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Camera Number Status

The camera number of the receiver unit should be set to the same portnumber on the IDU you wish you use to control that specific camera - ie. ifyour RCP is connected to IDU port 2, then the camera number should be setto camera 2.

If the camera number is set incorrectly you will not gain correct control ofthe desired camera. For instance, if there is only 1 RCP connected to the IDUon port 1 and the camera number is set to camera 2, there will be nocamera control at all and the main status will indicate ‘Data ERROR’ This isbecause there is no valid data for this camera number receiver.

If however there are two RCP’s connected to port 1 and port 2 and thecamera number is set to 3 or 4, the same result will be observed. If thecamera number were set to be the same on both camera receivers, thenboth camera receivers would be controlled by the same IDU port.

It is thus very important that correct camera number is entered during setup of the equipment for correct operation.

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Camera Number

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Quick Setup Guide

This diagram shows the general set up for a 4 camera system.

To set up control for one camera, you need to…

1. Power up the IDU and connect your camera’s RCP to the port labelled RCP1 on the rear panel. To add more cameras, repeat the process using RCP2 and so on.

2. Check/Set the correct camera manufacturer data is being transmitted.3. Check/Set the desired radio frequency on the IDU via the menu.4. Connect a 3 pin XLR cable from the ‘data out’ connector on rear panel of

the IDU to the ‘data in’ rear panel of the ODU.5. Connect the antenna to the ODU.6. Power up the ODU by connecting an appropriate 12v power supply.7. Mount the CCAM unit onto the camera and connect the data cable to the

camera’s ‘remote’ port.8. Check/set the correct camera manufacturer’s data is selected.9. Check/Set the desired radio frequency on the CCAM unit.10. Connect the data cable to the camera’s remote control port.

If there is no camera control after going through this process, please referto the detailed instructions in the relevant sections of the manual, or thetroubleshooting guide.

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APPENDICES

Appendix 1Connector Pinouts IDU

Power - 4 pin XLR1. GND2. NC3. NC4. +12-16VDC

RCP - Manufacturer dependent

Generic RCP Connection

1. TX (H)2. TX (C)3. RX (H)4. RX (C)5. GND6. 7. RS232 TX8. RS232 RX9. +VDC OUT10. GND

TALLY R/G - 8 pin DIN NOTE: The pin configuration of the DIN can be a littleconfusing, please see the picture to understand how it is numbered.

1. Ch1 (H)2. Ch2 (C)3. Ch3 (C)4. Ch2(H)5. Ch3(H)6. Ch1 (C)7. Ch4 (H)8. Ch4 (C)

DATA OUT RS485 - 3 pin XLR

1. GND2. DATA (H)3. DATA (C)

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Connector Pinouts ODU

Power - 4 pin XLR1. GND2. NC3. NC4. +12-16VDC

DATA OUT RS485 - 3 pin XLR

1. GND2. RS485 A (C)(-)3. RS485 B (H)(+)

Control - Lemo 6 pin 0B

1. NC2. NC3. PRG (SHORT TO GND)4. TX5. RX6. GND

Connector Pinouts Camera Processor

Cam Data - Manufacturer dependant

Generic Cam DataConnection

1. TX (H)2. TX (C)3. RX (H)4. RX (C)5. GND6. 7. RS232 TX8. RS232 RX9. +VDC OUT10. GND

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Tally Lemo 5 pin 0B

1. GND2. +UNREG3. RED (Open Collector)4. Green (Open Collector)5. NC

Appendix 3Making changes to the IDU Data Output Standard

This procedure is only available on units sold during or after July 2012. Unitspurchased prior to this can have the output changed, but will need to bereturned to Videosys Broadcast and may be subject to engineering charges.Users who follow this procedure do so at their own risk. Videosys Broadcastcannot be held responsible for any personal injuries, damage to third partyor Videosys Broadcast equipment as a result of using this guide.

This guide is for units that DO NOT have an FSK option card fitted. Outputselection for these units are done via the system menu on the front panel.

IDU Guide:

Disconnect the IDU from the Power supply and all connected devices.Remove the 13 screws from the top plate of the IDU, revealing the mainPCB. Locate the output select switch, close to the Data and USB connectorsat the rear of the unit. Place switch into required position, as indicated onthe PCB and shown in the picture below. Once this has been done, it will benecessary to change the standard on the ODU to match.

ODU Guide:

Disconnect the ODU from the Power supply and remove the data cable.Loosen the 4 captive screws on the front of the ODU until the front plate canbe removed. Locate the output select switch, close to the DC input on thebottom of the unit. Place switch into required position, as indicated on thePCB and shown in the image below.

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Output Standard - for units fitted with FSK option only

The IDU’s default data output standard is RS485. However, in situationswhere sending a data signal from the IDU to the ODU is not practical, theFSK option can be used. The installed FSK module (if purchased) convertsthe data into an audio signal that can be transmitted by the ODU anddecoded by the CCAM unit.

IDU Guide:

You can select the Output Standard menu by pressing the NAV button once,and scrolling down. Pressing the NAV button again will bring up the option tochange to RS232, FSK, or FSK with 48v phantom power. Select the desiredoption by scrolling and pressing the NAV button again. The unit will displaythe currently selected data output standard. The same data standard shouldalso be selected on the CCAM unit.

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Output Standard

RS485

Output Standard

RS232

Output Standard

FSK

Output Standard

FSK Phantom Powered